Compliance Specialist

Ingerman Management Company•Collingswood, NJ

About The Position

Here, job satisfaction is part of every job description. It’s not just the chance to go as far as your talent and determination can take you. It’s knowing that what you do makes a real difference in the lives of real people every day. The Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance in all aspects of LIHTC, HUD, Public Housing, HOME and other regulatory agency requirements. This includes delivering a consistent, accurate and high-quality work product that meets or exceeds regulatory agencies’ expectations, maintaining a strong knowledge of program requirements and protocols, building professional mutually beneficial relationships with state agencies, contract administrators, colleagues, internal customers and key stakeholders, and responding to contacts in a timely and proficient manner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required, Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
Rural Development experience required
HCCP, TCS, SHCM or similar LIHTC certification required. HUD-COS Certification (or similar) a plus.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Compliance Specialist, Occupancy Specialist or Affordable Housing Property Manager—with hands-on compliance experience
Prior experience with Lease ups, Initial and ongoing investor audits and State Agency audits a must.
Prior experience with preparing and submitting Section 8 vouchers via TRACS 202D, troubleshooting issues/errors via HUD Secure System and the MAT guide, and good working knowledge of EIV a plus.
Must have experience in preparation of Annual Owner’s Certifications and all related report preparation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced customer service and problem-solving skills
Advanced organizational and time management skills—must work well independently and with others
Technically proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, action-oriented environment
Ability to establish relationships across the organization and at various hierarchical levels
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Ability to effectively conduct how-to training on the certification/recertification processes, application process, compliance workflow in Yardi and other compliance policies and procedures

Benefits

Full medical, prescription, dental and vision benefits
Company paid life and AD&D insurance
Company paid short-term and long-term disability
A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off, accrued based on years of service
Supplemental insurance for employees and families
Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling
Additional paid day off to provide community or charitable services
Paid holidays; approximately eight per year
Peace of mind and a great working environment
Ingerman provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.